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June 3, 2024Through our online outreach program, we aim to stop exploitation. Everything we do at Spine contributes to that ultimate goal. During our visit in Sweden, we received a wonderful recognition for our work and commitment: the ChildX award 2024.
The Swedish organization ChildX aims to end child trafficking through a holistic approach focusing on the prevention and protection of victims as well as the prosecution of perpetrators and the minimization of demand.
The ChildX Award was established to support, encourage and facilitate systemic change.
This includes not only focusing on those that are doing excellent work in the field, but to highlight and spread new and innovative methods being developed to address this complex issue – which is constantly changing.
This year, ChildX has chosen to focus on the theme ‘The unidentified child victims – removing the barriers’. And that’s exactly what we are achieving with Spine and our Online Outreach program!
The jury of ChildX about our program
Spine receives this Award for its innovative and compassionate approach to combating sexual exploitation. In a world where online platforms have become both tools of exploitation and potential lifelines for victims, Spine is leading the way by actively seeking to protect vulnerable individuals before they are harmed. This proactive digital outreach program is a groundbreaking effort that leverages technology, social services, and OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) expertise to provide immediate, discreet support to victims and those at risk.
What sets Spine apart is the organization’s holistic team and its unwavering commitment to protecting victims in the online space. By utilizing cutting-edge digital tools, Spine’s outreach team is able to detect, connect with, and offer assistance to victims, establishing a line of defense against exploiters. In doing so, Spine provides a model of how technology and human compassion can be combined to address a critical, underreported issue with speed and efficacy.
This award does not only recognize Spine’s impactful work but also raises awareness of the digital exploitation crisis, encouraging further innovation in this field. By honoring Spine’s method, we acknowledge the importance of proactive intervention and inspire continued efforts to safeguard the most vulnerable in society.
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Our online outreach program was created thanks to the generous support of the Dutch Postcode Lottery, Stichting Achmea Slachtoffer en Samenleving, SIDN fonds and the Ministerie van Justitie en Veiligheid.